Search - Nikkole :: A Girl Like Me

This Record Is FIRE!

Angela Kinlaw | USA | 08/01/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This album by Nikkole is definitely a winner! I mean it has everything. I just read about her in Ebony Magazine (August 2006) and they are right --- this cd is a must have for any music lover. The girl can sing...I mean really sing! She has got a range like Mariah Carey and the attidude of Teena Marie. And, she is really beautiful. Nikkole has the entire package.



Let's talk about the cuts on the cd:



1. RSVP / feat. Melle Mel - this is a great opener because it is uptempo and a definite dance cut. Melle Mel (Grand Master Flash and the Furious Five) comes out of hiding and he couldn't have chosen a better artist to team up with. This is a hot joint.



2. It' Too Late / feat. The Emotions - This song is just beautiful. I've heard it on the radio many times here and I have to say this is one of my favorites. It was an excellent choice as the first single. The Emotions sound great on this song and they pair very well with Nikkole. The harmonies are lush and delicious! Nikkole hits some really high notes in this one.



3. Gon' Bounce - Hot, Hot, Hot song, this has got to be my favorite on the album and I am so glad that this song was chosen as Nikkole's second single! If this song doesn't get you moving; then you must be dead. Watch out Mariah... Nikkole is hitting some notes that are up there in your neighborhood. Excellent cut!



4. Breathe - This song is very poetic and beautiful. When I hear it, I get visions of being wisked far away and feeling free. If you want some smooth real soul music, then you'll love this track.



5. I Wish - Another winner. It has hit written all over it. Lovely, deep and compelling ballad with very lush vocals.



6. Baby, Baby - I love this one too. This song has such a hypnotic beat...it's just infectious.



7. Waiting - Nikkole is definitely an R&B singer with crossover appeal, because songs like this one can reach everyone's soul and spirit.



8. Lollipop - Sexy, sexy, sexy, did I say sexy. This has got to be one of the most cleverly written songs on the album with the use of candy terms to describe her man. I mean Nikkole knows how to give it to you soft and easy and she knows how to get you on the dancefloor. All of the lyrics paint such vivid pictures.



9. I Think Of You / feat. Shadii - This is certainly an Urban / Neo-Soul song with Nikkole pairing up with crooner Shadii. They work the hell out of this song!



10. Amazing - Did she call this one Amazing? Well it definitely is that! Nikkole is one singin' sistah on this song. She hits the highs, the midrange and the lows on this cut. Nikkole is one AMAZING singer. I really love this song.



11. Nothing Without You - Nikkole has a sort-of Alicia Keys type of vibe here, yet it is remarkably all her own on this bluesy, soulful number. This song is really like some good Down South Blues with a contemporary storyline. I'd love to see this song in Nikkole's live show. I'll bet she's gonna wear this one out.



12. Drive You Crazy / feat. Wendi & Wyann with Sober - Another great team up on this club banger! If you want to dance, well get ready because I know you won't be able to keep your feet still with this one! Very, very Hot!



13. And You Love Me Too - Wow, a beautiful love song that is simply stated and not over done. It is very warm and poetic. It also takes you away from your cares for a few moments and makes you feel very peaceful.



14. That's What Life's About - Now who said Nikkole couldn't Rock you out. This song has a little bit of rock flair with soulful riffs and vocals. Nikkole is working it on this song.



15. Over It (Special Version in Japanese from "Appearances") - BEAUTIFUL!!! I don't understand what she is singing about accept in the choruses, but I love the way it sounds. Kinda reminds me of a big group from the late 70's early 80's that used to do a lot of Japanese themed stuff --- A Taste Of Honey!



16. A Girl Like Me - The title track has got to be another one of those infectious, percussive songs. It is a boastful, happy song that is definitely a sing-a-long! I can see you school girls gettin' down with this one. It is a great song and a great way to close out the cd!



I certainly wish Nikkole nothing but success because she deserves it! This album is HOT and no one can deny that. Her artistry speaks for itself and according to the articles that I have read on her, she writes, produces and arranges all of her stuff. Nikkole if your reading this out there, you have got yourself a fan for life!



Everyone, do yourselves a favor, if you love good music, I mean really good music, then grab a copy of "A Girl Like Me" by Nikkole. All of the songs on this cd are truly GREAT!!!"

HOT, HOT, HOT...There are no other words to describe this cd

William E. | Atlanta, GA | 10/16/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Nikkole has got to be one of the Hottest artists around these days. I have not heard an album this good in a very long time. All of the tracks are great, I find it hard to pick a favorite. I do really love the first single, "It's Too Late" which features The Emotions. The Emotions haven't sounded like this since their days with Maurice White and Earth, Wind & Fire. The Emotions are at the top of their game on this track and Nikkole is singing her a** off. Another one of my favorites is "Gon' Bounce," that song is so off-the-chain that words can not describe how HOT this track is. Other favs are, "Breathe" - "I Wish" - "Waiting" - "I Think Of You" - "Lollipop" - "Amazing" - "Drive You Crazy" - "Nothing Without You" - I really could go on because all of the songs are on FIRE!!! Nikkole is going to be around for years to come. She truly has one of those voices that legends are made of!"

Nikkole's A Girl Like Me is Excellent!

1285Houston | 10/25/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Wow, I heard her cd on itunes and I have to tell you it is amazing. Like every song is HOT. My favorite's are Nothing Without You, I Wish and Gon' Bounce. This girl can sing, I keep hearing that one she sings with The Emotions, It's Too Late on the radio here in Houston. Everyone should own this cd."